NAME PROFILE
Ignatius
Ignatius is a Latin name meaning 'fiery' or 'ardent.' The name evokes a sense of passion and intensity, often associated with strong leaders and thinkers. It suggests someone with a vibrant personality who is not afraid to take risks and pursue their dreams with enthusiasm.
Key Stats
| Total births | 4,075 |
| Gender | Male (37% / 63%) |
| Peak year | 1924 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 34%PA — 23%IL — 18%OH — 15%CA — 10%
Notable People
Ignatius of Loyola (Founder of the Jesuits) · Ignatius J. Reilly (Protagonist of *A Confederacy of Dunces*) · Ignacio Sánchez Mejías (Spanish bullfighter and poet) · Ignatius T. E. S. (Influential figure in the field of education) · Ignatius Press (Catholic publishing company)
Nicknames & Diminutives
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